The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1001-2022·Announced 2022-04-27

Carol's Cuts Cantaloupe Chunks recalled for Salmonella contamination

Carol's Cuts Cantaloupe Chunks are recalled due to Salmonella contamination. Products were distributed to retail, military, food service and school locations in Kansas, Missouri, Iowa and Nebraska.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I classification applies to this Salmonella contamination. FDA Class I recalls are designated for situations presenting serious or potentially fatal adverse health consequences.

Plain-English summary

Carol's Cuts Cantaloupe Chunks, manufactured by Liberty Fruit Co Inc (DBA Carol's Cuts), are being recalled due to Salmonella contamination confirmed through testing of fresh-cut cantaloupe chunks.

Affected products include 8 oz, 16 oz, and 32 oz packages distributed to retail stores, military grocery stores, food service operations, and schools in Kansas, Missouri, Iowa, and Nebraska. The recalled products have UPC codes 85219301001, 852193900151, and 852193932152, with various "Best If Used By" dates in March 2022.

Consumers should not consume these products. The recalled cantaloupe chunks should be discarded immediately or returned to the point of purchase. Consumers who have purchased these products and have questions should contact Liberty Fruit Co Inc.

The recalled product

Product
Carol's Cuts Cantaloupe Chunks Ingredients may include cantaloupe Prepared: Carols Cuts 1247 Argentine Blvd, KC KS 66105 Net Weight 8oz, Net Weight 16oz, or Net Weight 32 oz UPC: 85219301001, 852193900151, 852193932152 Best If Used By: 03/23/22, 03/27/22, 03/21/22, 03/23/22, 03/
Manufacturer
Liberty Fruit Co Inc DBA Carol's Cuts
Category
Food — Fresh Produce
Hazard
  • salmonella

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (5)

  • Best If Used By: 03/23/22
  • 03/27/22
  • 03/21/22
  • 03/23/22
  • 03/26/22

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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